Sure, we’ve seen athletic-inspired clothing on the catwalk before. But for the first time ever a dedicated fitness brand, Athleta, will debut a line during September’s big event. And in true sporty fashion, the models are rumored to be doing everything but walking on the runway. Prep yourself for parkour, yoga, and dancing.

According to a recent report by Running USA, non-traditional running events are on the rise. Think mud, obstacles, and lots of paint. Since 2009, the number of fun-run finishers has grown from the low six figures to 4 million in 2013. And judging by the number of mud-splattered grins I see on Instagram every other week, this trend isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

I know, I didn’t think it was possible either. But a resort located on sunny Hilton Head Island in South Carolina is all about it: Meet Hilton Head Health. Located on an 800-acre shipyard plantation, this weeklong weight-loss retreat tailors gourmet meals, fitness classes, and cooking demonstrations to each individual. Returning from vacay feeling better than when you left? Totally happening.

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]]>http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2014/08/21/health-beat-get-fit-news/feed/0Fitness Friday: Giving Aqua Cycling a Spinhttp://www.ruelala.com/blog/2013/08/09/fitness-friday-giving-aqua-cycling-spin/
http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2013/08/09/fitness-friday-giving-aqua-cycling-spin/#commentsFri, 09 Aug 2013 17:00:29 +0000http://www.ruelala.com/blog/?p=51835Cooling off and breaking a sweat all at once. Impossible, right? Wrong. Introducing aqua cycling, the latest fitness fad to make a splash in the states.

Brought to us from overseas, aqua cycling consists of a 45-minute workout on a stationary bike submerged in water (a.k.a. a Hydrorider). Unlike typical spin bikes, there are no resistance knobs but rather rudders that turn as you pedal.

The pros:

This workout is stress-free on your joints, which is great for people with knee or other sports-related injuries.

The water massages your muscles as you spin, so you can say goodbye to post-workout soreness – just ask the girls from SELF.

Most aqua classes claim you can burn up to 800 calories per session. So that double cheeseburger you’ve been craving? Order it.

Water friction can help reduce cellulite by stimulating your lymphatic system.

The cons:

It is a little pricey, depending on where you attend. Expect to pay about $40 per class.

You can’t be late. (As if showing up tardy to fitness classes without water involved isn’t awkward enough.)